ACRILAST

Silicone Caulk

Selection & Specification Data Physical Data

Generic Single component silicone caulk Properties Results
Type Uncured:
Tool/Work Time 5 minutes
Description A primerless single component Skin over Time @77°F (25°C) Less than 60 min @50% RH
silicone sealant. The sealant cures to Curing Time @77°F (25°C) 48 Hours @50% RH
a durable, flexible, silicone rubber Flow, Sag or Slump Nil
Specific Gravity 1.13
when exposed to atmospheric
Maximum Strength After 21 days
moisture. VOC (ASTM D 3960-92) Less than 0.69 lb/gal US
Cured: 7 days @77°F (25°C) 50% RH
Basic Use Acrilast is designed for economical Hardness (A) (ASTM D2240) 12
use in exterior applications at Tear Strength 3.5 Kn/m (20 ppi)
terminations of Pyrocrete fireproofing. Elongation at Break (ASTM D412) 600%
It forms a durable, flexible, watertight Shrink Factor Negligilble
bond with most construction materials. ASTM C 920 Type S, NS, 25, NT, G, A, & M
*Values given above are not intended to be used in specification
In most cases, no primer is required. preparation.
Composition Acrilast Silicone Caulk is designed to
and tool easily. Its' physical properties will Application
Materials: remain stable over time. It may be
applied over a wide temperature Application Limitations:
range, 0°F to 120°F (-18°C to 50°C), • Do not use where abrasion or physical abuse is
allowing the sealant to be applied in anticipated.
any season. • Installation in confined or airfree spaces may inhibit
Theoretical 10.3 0z. tube will cover 20 lineal feet cure.
Coverage using ¼ inch bead • Silicones may be painted, but movement of the
Color Grey silicone may cause the paint film to crack and peel.
We recommend the sealant be applied after painting
is completed.
• Do not apply to surfaces that will be in direct contact
Packaging, Handling & Storage with food.
• Do not apply to surfaces with special protective or
Acrilast Silicone Caulk is available in cosmetic coatings without prior consultation
Packaging nominal10.3 fl. oz. (304 mL) tubes. of the manufacturer and first testing adhesion.
Sold in cartons of 12 tubes. • Acrilast Silicone Caulk has been tested in a wide
Shelf Life When stored in original and range of firestop joint and through-penetration system
unopened container at or below 32°C geometries. Excessive depth to width ratios may
(90°F), Acrilast Silicone Caulk has a cause sealant failure – Do not apply excessive
shelf life of one year from date of thickness.
manufacture.
Installation Clean all openings by removing foreign
matter and contaminants such as oil,
dust, grease, frost, water, surface dirt,
old sealants glazing compound,
protective coatings,
etc.

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To the best of our knowledge the technical data contained herein is true and accurate on the date of publication and is subject to change without prior notice. User must contact Carboline Company to
verify correctness before specifying or ordering. No guarantee of accuracy is given or implied. We guarantee our products to conform to Carboline quality control. We assume no responsibility for
coverage, performance or injuries resulting from use. Liability, if any, is limited to replacement of products. NO OTHER WARRANTY OR GUARANTEE OF ANY KIND IS MADE BY CARBOLINE,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, STATUTORY, BY OPERATION OF LAW, OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Carboline® and Nullifire® are
registered trademarks of Carboline Company.
ACRILAST
Silicone Caulk
Application (Cont.) Technical Data
Priming Acrilast Silicone Caulk generally does not Acrilast Silicone Caulk remains flexible indefinitely between
require priming. In view of the temperatures of -50°F and 300°F (-45 and 149°C). It will not
unpredictability of surface characteristics, crack or crumble.
it is recommended that a test sample of Acrilast Silicone Caulk conforms to the requirements of
sealant be applied on the surface to test ASTM C 920 for Elastomeric joint sealants, Type S, Grade
adhesion. NS, class 25, use NT, G, A and M.
.
Masking Areas adjacent to openings can be
masked to assure a neat appearance.
The masking tape should not be allowed
to touch the clean surfaces to which the
silicone is to adhere. Remove masking
tape immediately.
Apply Acrilast Silicone Caulk in a
continuous operation to fill and seal the
opening. Tool the sealant to spread it
against the backup material and the
opening surfaces.
Excess sealant should be dry wiped from
glass, metal and plastic surfaces while
still uncured, followed with a commercial
solvent such as xylol, toluol, or methyl
ethyl ketone.
CURED SEALANT IS USUALLY VERY
DIFFICULT TO REMOVE WITHOUT
ALTERING OR DAMAGING THE
SURFACE TO WHICH THE SEALANT
HAS BEEN MISAPPLIED.

Precaution On direct contact, uncured sealant may

irritate eyes. Flush with water and call a
physician. Avoid prolonged contact with
skin. Keep out of reach of children.
To safely use this product, read
and abide by Material Safety Data
Sheet (MSDS). Provide adequate
ventilation.

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To the best of our knowledge the technical data contained herein is true and accurate on the date of publication and is subject to change without prior notice. User must contact Carboline Company to verify
correctness before specifying or ordering. No guarantee of accuracy is given or implied. We guarantee our products to conform to Carboline quality control. We assume no responsibility for coverage,
performance or injuries resulting from use. Liability, if any, is limited to replacement of products. NO OTHER WARRANTY OR GUARANTEE OF ANY KIND IS MADE BY CARBOLINE, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, STATUTORY, BY OPERATION OF LAW, OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Carboline® and Nullifire® are registered
trademarks of Carboline Company.